Saturday, March 7, 2026

NEA/DL Capt. Michel J. Sheehy

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

NEA/DL Capt. Michel J. Sheehy

June 7, 1934 ~ April 24, 2024

 


Belated news, but we have just learned that Captain Sheehy passed in April of 2024.  Michael Joseph Sheehy Jr. first joined Northeast Airlines and retired with Delta Air Lines in 1994 based Atlanta.

Mike is survived by his wife Kimberly and his stepson Patrick.

 

PCN memorial site

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/290009025/michael-j-sheehy

Michael J. “Mike the Pilot” Sheehy

 

 https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/hollywood-fl/michael-sheehy-12096268 

 

Mike loved all things aviation. He was a pilot for Delta Air Lines for 38 years and always said that he never worked a day in his life. He also loved Ireland, where he lived half the year.

He is survived by his wife Kimberly, stepson Patrick Johnston and many lifelong friends who miss his daily phone calls.

 

Mike was a member of Lauderdale Yacht Club and St. Anthony Catholic Church. Funeral and burial will be held in Caherciveen, Ireland.

 

IN THE CARE OF Fred Hunter's Funeral Home & Fred Hunter's Hollywood Memorial Gardens

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AI Google search:  Michael J. “Mike the Pilot” Sheehy was a passionate aviator known for owning multiple aircraft, including a Cessna 150, a Piper Aztec, and an AT-6, and for adventures like ferrying a Piper J-3 Cub on floats. He was married with two sons and was described as a talented, independent individual. 

FLYING Magazine

Key Details About Michael J. Sheehy:

  • Aviation Enthusiast: Mike the Pilot was known for his love of flying, owning several planes, and conducting unique flights, such as a night mission in a Piper Aztec.
  • Adventures: His flying experiences included ferrying a Piper J-3 Cub on floats to Florida.
  • Distinctive Detail: He was known for having a four-leaf clover tattoo. 

Note: This information is based on an article from FLYING Magazine.

4 comments:

  1. Always enjoyed flying with Mike. A great guy and mentor, peace be with you. Harvey Shulman

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  2. Thanks for the memories that I will cherish.
    Frank M. Buselli

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  3. Capt Clint Johnson DAL/RETMarch 9, 2026 at 1:58 PM

    Mike was the best. He made a three day trip into a party

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  4. Mike was truly a great guy and a joy to be with, Siochain John Maloney

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